Reviews

Tool & Gear Reviews

Honest reviews of the software and equipment we use on every production.

Gear March 24, 2026

Nanuk 935 Orange Review: The Best Hard Case for Film and Photo Gear

IP67 waterproof, crushproof, and built to survive anything. The Nanuk 935 is how we transport cinema lenses and camera bodies to shoots across Los Angeles.

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Software March 22, 2026

Imagen AI Review: Is AI Photo Editing Worth It for Professional Photographers?

We tested Imagen AI on thousands of real client photos. Here's whether AI-powered editing actually saves time without sacrificing quality.

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Software March 20, 2026

Pixieset Review: The Best Client Gallery Platform for Photographers

From client galleries to digital downloads and print fulfillment, Pixieset has become our go-to platform for delivering photos. Full review.

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Gear Review March 12, 2026

SmallRig V-Mount Battery Review: 99Wh of All-Day Power for Cinema Rigs

Six D-Tap and USB-C ports, 99Wh flight-friendly capacity, and enough juice to run a full rig for a full day. Our go-to V-mount battery for every shoot.

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Business March 6, 2026

How to Get Video Production Clients: What's Actually Worked for Us

Forget Upwork and cold DMs. Here's the referral-first, reputation-driven approach we've used to build a full client roster in Los Angeles.

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Software March 18, 2026

Submagic Review: AI-Powered Captions and Short-Form Video Editing

Submagic uses AI to generate captions, add B-roll, and create scroll-stopping short-form content. Here's how we use it for client social media deliverables.

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